**Always Carry Cash**: Ensure you have smaller denominations of Naira (₦100, ₦200, ₦500) as conductors often lack change for larger notes.

**Confirm Your Destination**: Before paying or boarding, explicitly confirm your destination with the conductor to prevent any misunderstandings.

**Be Traffic-Aware**: Lagos traffic is legendary. The Mile 2 - Oshodi stretch, in particular, can be very heavy. Plan your journey to avoid peak hours (6 AM - 9 AM and 4 PM - 7 PM) if possible, or factor in significant extra time.

**Mind Your Belongings**: Keep your bags and valuables secure and close to you, especially in crowded bus parks and during boarding/alighting.

**Alternative: Ride-hailing**: For comfort and direct travel, Bolt or Uber are excellent options. However, expect a significantly higher fare, potentially ranging from ₦8,000 to ₦15,000+ depending on surge pricing and traffic conditions in.